The Ultimate Nigerian White Wedding Checklist: From Engagement to the D-Day!
Nnedinma Jane Kalu
Weddings are always a hassle. You think you have everything covered until it’s the wedding morning and someone asks, ‘Where are the wedding rings?’ and your head scatters. We’ve taken time to put down a detailed list of everything you would need to buy, reserve, order and arrange for your wedding. However, note that not everything on the list is necessary. You can make your checklist from ours depending on your circumstance or choice. Here’s our Nigerian white wedding checklist:
Vendors
Photographer
Videographer
Caterer
Cake Baker
Mixologist/Bartender/Drinks ‘provider’
Decorator
Band/D.J
M.C.
Waiters/Ushers (*You could use family members)
Reservations
Wedding night accommodation
Honeymoon destination
Reception Venue
Chair/Table rentals
Hotel reservations for guests
Others
Wedding Rings/Totems
Engagement Photos
Wedding Website
Car decorations
Souvenirs
Wedding Invitations
Wedding Program
Bride
Dresses
Undergarments
Shoes
Head Gear(s)
Jewelry
Bouquet
Makeup
Hair
Cosmetics
Purse
Bridal Train
Dresses
Head gears
Shoes
Bouquets
Hair arrangement
Hair accessories (pins, combs etc.)
Makeup
Jewelry
Handkerchiefs
Groom
Suit(s)
Shirt (s)
Tie
Undergarments
Shoes/ socks
Haircut (day before)
Toiletries
Groomsmen
Suits
Shirts
Ties
Shoes
Haircut
In-Laws
Outfits for Couples’ mothers
Outfits for Couples’ fathers
Transportation
Cars and Drivers to convey bride, groom, and party to church.
Cars and Drivers to convey party and couple to the reception.
Cars and drivers to convey family members to church and reception.
Church
Food for Choir and other workers
Food for priests
Honorarium for priests and other groups
Roles to assign (Usually friends take care of this when there’s no wedding planner)
